Confidence and good health are intrinsically linked, and many cannot have one without the other. Being in shape means you have the confidence to go on walks, to go for a run, to strip down to your swimsuit at the beach, and more. But a lack of confidence can make you feel self-conscious and anxious when faced with fitness and health. So you need to look for ways to boost both at the same time.
Know What You Want to Improve
Before starting a journey, you need to know what you want the destination to be. Understanding what you plan to improve will give you clear and attainable goals that can keep you motivated from the very start. If you want to improve your smile, think about teeth coloured fillings or adjusting your diet to cut out sugar. If you want to get beach-body-ready, planning a weight-loss routine will give you a step-by-step guide to making this possible.
Create a (Doable) Routine
Developing healthy habits can be tricky as it’s hard to maintain these habits if you are not truly dedicated. This is one reason that so many people fail to improve their health. They take it on as a whim, rather than something they want to do, and this means they aren’t educated enough for their goals. It also won’t help if you have plans that are too bold, such as running a marathon without first learning how to run a 5K or even 10K. The more attainable your goals, the better, but don’t forget to adjust them as you improve.
Don’t Quit If Things Don’t Work
You won’t see results immediately, so do your best not to get discouraged. This is another issue that can plague people trying to boost their health and coincidence. They expect too much too soon, and this can discourage them as they believe they’ve tried so hard without getting the results. But, it takes time for you to see results, and it could be as many as three or four months before you can spot the difference in the mirror. Therefore, it’s crucial to persevere, because you will eventually get to the point you wanted.
Find Support
Support is a useful tool that can help you achieve your health and confidence goals. If you start exercising with a friend, you can hold one another accountable, which drives you to work harder. A little friendly competition won’t hurt either, as this enables you to push yourself even further rather than falling into a comfortable routine that won’t help you in the long run. Reach out to people you know or join local clubs that provide support and encouragement for everyone, as this will allow you to feel more comfortable with whatever your routine and goals are.
Boosted
A journey towards confidence and good health can feel long and arduous, but that’s because it is. Still, anyone who has completed the journey knows how rewarding it is. The journey can change your life for the better, and you’ll feel more confident and healthier in every scenario you encounter.
How do YOU boost?
How do YOU boost your confidence and your health? And how do you boost your friends and family? Let me hear some of your ideas on how you boost your confidence and your health by leaving a comment below!
Yours Truly,
Vanessa
